Sommelier

One of the most celebrated restaurants in the United States, Estela is seeking a thoughtful, driven, and experienced Sommelier to join our service team.

Estela is an intimate downtown bistro from chef Ignacio Mattos, celebrated for its ingredient-driven cuisine, attentive hospitality, and enduring presence in New York City's restaurant community. Since opening in 2013, the restaurant has earned a Michelin star and continues to evolve with each season.

We are looking for a professional with a strong foundation in wine knowledge, curiosity to keep learning, and a genuine desire to connect with guests through hospitality.

This position works closely with the Wine Director and leadership team to support and execute the restaurant’s wine program at a high level.

Weekend availability is required.

Key Focus

• Deliver a thoughtful, refined guest experience through wine service
• Guide guests with confidence — tailoring recommendations to individual preferences and menu selections
• Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of classic regions, producers, and styles, with curiosity for emerging areas
• Contribute to a culture of learning by sharing knowledge with the team in an approachable way
• Support the integrity and organization of the wine program, from cellar to service

Wine & Program

• Execute wine service with precision and consistency across all service periods
• Maintain, organize, and restock the cellar in alignment with program standards
• Ensure wine stations are clean, organized, and fully prepared for service
• Partner with the Director on inventory, purchasing, and program development
• Participate in ongoing education and contribute to the evolution of the wine list

Team & Communication

• Lead by example in service, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Actively contribute to pre-shift by educating the team on wines, pairings, and updates
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the dining room, kitchen, and management team
• Support teammates during service while maintaining ownership of responsibilities

Guest Experience

• Create genuine connections with guests through thoughtful, personalized service
• Anticipate needs and adapt to a wide range of guest knowledge levels
• Recognize and build relationships with returning guests
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism and care, involving management when appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• A strong foundation in wine knowledge
• Experience in a high-quality, detail-oriented restaurant environment
• A service-forward mindset — hospitality first, always
• Curiosity, humility, and a desire to continuously learn
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Service Standards 

• Act as part of the team to maintain the high standards of cleanliness and appearance throughout all areas of the restaurant both before, during and after service. 
• Reliably complete all assigned side work. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of Department of Health (DOH) standards. 

Company Values: 

• Understand that we require a positive and respectful attitude in the workplace.  
• Understand and behave in line with the company’s values of respect, excellence, transparency, and resilience.  

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for full time employees
• Commuter Benefits
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Company Parental Leave
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Dining Discounts
• Employee Wellness Program 

Physical Demands:  

• The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours.  

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Mattos Hospitality reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Mattos Hospitality or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. 

Mattos Hospitality is an equal opportunities employer, all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.